Pharmacy Assistants - Toronto, Canada - Michael Garron Hospital

Michael Garron Hospital

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Toronto, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Overview

Responsible for carrying out functions of a technical and clerical nature pertaining to drug distribution, inventory control, intravenous admixture preparation and other components of pharmacy practice as outlined by National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities (NAPRA) and / or the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP) for pharmacy technicians, and when appropriate under the direction of a Pharmacist.

Education

Enrolled or completed in an accredited Community College Pharmacy Technician diploma. program. Alternatively, a graduate from an accredited College Pharmacy Assistant program.
Knowledge of NAPRA /Aseptic technique.
Proof of continuing education participation.

Qualifications:

Hospital Pharmacy experience desirable.
Ability to perform technical and clerical functions related to drug distribution, bar code technology, inventory control, and IV admixture preparation under the direction of a Pharmacist.
I.V. additive experience and dispensing skills within the unit dose distribution system.
Computer skills required ie knowledge of dispensing software systems.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
Ability to maintain composure under stress.
Ability to lift light to moderate loads.
Must be bondable.
Good work and attendance record required.
All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their coworkers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code